Federal Register #2026-13301

Temporary Safety Zone and Red Snapper Season Regulatory Notice

This notice provides regulatory updates from the U.S. Coast Guard and the National Marine Fisheries Service: - Government Buyer: - U.S. Coast Guard, Sector Northern Great Lakes (Department of Homeland Security) - No Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) or commercial vendors are mentioned; no products or services are being procured. - Actions Announced: - Temporary safety zone established in the West Arm of Grand Traverse Bay, Traverse City, MI, to protect personnel, vessels, and the environment during an over-water fireworks and air show display. - Entry into the safety zone is prohibited unless specifically authorized by the Captain of the Port or their representative. - Safety zone is enforced for one hour during the event. - National Marine Fisheries Service announces the opening of the 2026 South Atlantic red snapper commercial fishing season, with a 75 lb trip limit and monitoring of commercial landings. - No procurement of goods or services is requested; this is a regulatory action only.

Description

The Coast Guard is establishing a temporary safety zone for navigable waters of the West Arm of Grand Traverse Bay to protect personnel, vessels, and the marine environment from hazards associated with an over water fireworks and air show display. Entry of vessels or persons into this zone is prohibited unless authorized by the Captain of the Port, Sector Northern Great Lakes, or their designated representative. The safety zone will be enforced on July 4, 2026, from 10 p.m. to 11 p.m. The zone covers specific coordinates in Grand Traverse Bay where the fireworks barge will be located.

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